Gasoline prices reached a record high this week as refinery outages coincided with the start of the summer driving season. The national average rose for the twelfth day in a row.
Analysts say supply should improve once maintenance work at several refineries is finished, but they do not expect prices to fall significantly before autumn.
Drivers can soften the impact by keeping tyres properly inflated, avoiding aggressive acceleration and comparing prices with fuel apps before filling up.
New towers are using timber, solar glass and smarter ventilation to cut their carbon footprint.
Six new flavours land on the menu for the summer, from caramel waffle to toasted coconut.
High housing costs are reshaping where young families choose to live and work.
Cheaper tickets and more frequent services are bringing commuters back to buses and trains.
Empty floors are being turned into homes, studios and shared workspaces.
Travellers want fewer crowds and more time ashore, and the cruise industry is listening.
